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Looking for something unique for a specific space in your home? The Kearsarge/Lake Sunapee region has its fair share of antique dealers, many with shops open to the public. Come and enjoy the treasure hunt!
ANDOVER
The Constant Quilter
139 Pancake Road
(603) 735-4100
Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
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The Constant Quilter, a full-service quilting supply shop, also offers a nice selection of antique jewelry and collectibles on consignment from Stone Meadow Farm.
BRADFORD
Old Road Antiques
9 Old Sutton Road (at the intersection with Route 103)
Thursday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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The shop opened in July, and has a nice stock of antiques, art and collectibles.
CONCORD
Concord Antique Gallery
97 Storrs Street
(603) 225-2070
Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Established in 1997, Concord Antique Gallery is the largest antique group shop in the capitol region. Over 155 dealer spaces, plus two other shops — Concord Coin and The Saltbox — comprise over 10,000 square feet of floor space.
CONTOOCOOK
Covered Bridge Frame Shop & Gallery
916 Main Street
(603) 746-4996
Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Whether you are looking for antique furniture or want to perfectly preserve a hanging piece with the right frame, this shop has got you covered.
DANBURY
George Turgeon Furniture & Refinishing
1493 US Route 4
(603) 768-3882
Daily (except Tuesday), 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Serge St. Germain and George Turgeon really have some gems in their shop. We were pleased with the selection of true antique and gently used items, and by the great prices as well.
FRANKLIN
Franklin Antique Market
361 Central Street
(603) 934-2800
Summer: Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Winter: Thursday to Monday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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This three-story building boasts 40 dealers throughout 10,000 square feet of space. You will find antiques from around the world in just about every form imaginable.
GRAFTON
Fox Hunt Antiques
25 Bear Hollow Road
(603) 523-4100
Wednesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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The small store, located next to a home, is filled with things that you might have found in your grandmother’s home , such as ethereal landscape prints or pressed glass for everyday use. Most items hail from the early 1900s to the 1940s.
NEW LONDON
The Renaissance Shop
107 Newport Road
(603) 526-6711
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Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Locals donate high-quality antiques — from Wedgewood china to vintage costume jewelry to furniture — to the shop, and proceeds support the Lake Sunapee Region Visiting Nurse Association.
NEWPORT
Debi’s Florist
34 Main Street
(603) 863-2855
Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
We like how this florist shop has transformed its front entrance into an antique shop. There are some lovely antiques and collectibles that you may not have seen elsewhere.
Grandma’s Carriage House
39 Belknap Avenue
(603) 863-3258
Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. most days
Need to furnish a room but don’t want to break the bank? This shop has quality used furniture, antiques and collectibles.
Odds & Ends Antiques
63 Main Street #1
(603) 863-9495
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturdays, 11:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.
If you’re looking for just the right thing for just the right place in your home, stop by Barbara Huff’s shop in downtown Newport.
SALISBURY
Barkers’ of Salisbury Heights
642 Old Turnpike Road
(603) 648-2488
Daily, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
A cute shop in the historic section of town. Call ahead; Mary Perry closes the shop if she heads out to an auction.
SUNAPEE
Sunapee Landing Trading Company
356 Route 103
(603) 863-2275
Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Bill Corey has been collecting antiques across New England since the 1980s. He brings his eclectic collection to Sunapee; items range from $40 cut glass bowls to $15,000 marble tables.
WARNER
Warner Historical Society Barn
15 West Main Street
(603) 456-2437
Memorial Day to Columbus Day
Tuesday, 1 to 4 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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Antiques are for sale in the barn next to the historical society. Highlights include such coveted items as crystal dishware, clothes, baskets, paintings and a large number of books.
WILMOT
The Cottage at Mountain View Farm Antiques
187 Kearsarge Mountain Road
(603) 526-8968
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Open by chance or by appointment
This farm will be gorgeous when the renovations are complete. Check up on their progress, and purchase antiques, furnishings for the home and garden, and original studio stone creations.
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